Institutional ClientsFederal Bureau of Investigation, Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, Internal Revenue Service, U.S. Customs, U.S. Marshal's Office, U.S. Secret Service, banks, charitable institutions, and law firms. Expert witness in Oklahoma County District Court and U.S. District Court.

Appraisal Fees and Services

Appraisal Fees and Services My minimum appraisal fee for written reports covering one item is $150. I quote my maximum fee before any work begins. I complete most assignments within one week, depending on complexity and number of items. Before you leave, I review your jewelry with you to point out distinguishing features (especially in center diamonds) and again when you pick it up.

Oral AppraisalsI offer oral appraisals in some situations that don’t require written reports. One example is sorting through items to see if they are covered by a personal items clause in a general homeowner’s policy. Others include giving buyers purchase advise and providing a fair basis for distributing jewelry among heirs. My fee for this service is $75 per half hour, and billed thereafter in 10-minute increments.